Fee Waivers for Transfer Students

As a student thinking about transferring, I'm worried about application fees adding up. Are there any fee waivers available specifically for transfer students, and how can I apply for them?

Absolutely, many colleges extend their application fee waivers to transfer students as well. To start, you can request a fee waiver directly from the colleges you're interested in transferring to. Each school's process might vary slightly, so it's a good idea to look up or ask about their individual policies.

Besides direct application to the college, another common method to apply for fee waivers is through the Common Application, which also includes an option for transfer students. In the Common App, you'll find the fee waiver request in the 'Profile' section under 'Common App Fee Waiver.' You'll need to verify your eligibility based on the indicators of economic need listed (these include being enrolled in a Federal, State, or local program that aids students from low-income families, being eligible for a Pell Grant, etc.).

Additionally, keep in mind that students who are eligible for a Pell Grant can request a fee waiver from the ACT, College Board for the SAT, and NACAC, all of which can be used when applying to transfer.

Remember, the goal of these waivers is to ensure that application fees don't prevent any students from applying to schools that might be a good fit for them. So, don't hesitate to research each school's policy and take advantage of these resources if you qualify.